Fredericksburg Hosts Annual Earth Day Festival at Old Mill Park

The free event will feature over 70 local vendors, live music, food trucks, and family activities.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:51pm

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A vibrant, pop art-inspired illustration featuring repeated icons of a kayak, rock climbing wall, and yoga mat, conveying the diverse outdoor activities available at the Fredericksburg Earth Day Festival.The Fredericksburg Earth Day Festival will offer a range of eco-friendly activities and experiences for the whole family.Fredericksburg Today

The City of Fredericksburg is hosting its annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 18th from 11 AM to 5 PM at Old Mill Park. The free event will include over 70 local vendors, live music, food trucks, and a variety of activities for families, such as kayaking, rock climbing, and goat yoga. The festival is focused on environmental education and promoting sustainable practices.

Why it matters

Fredericksburg's Earth Day Festival is a longstanding community event that brings residents together to celebrate the environment and learn about ways to support sustainability. As more cities look to engage citizens on climate and conservation issues, events like this play an important role in driving local awareness and action.

The details

The festival will feature over 70 local vendors selling eco-friendly products and providing information on environmental initiatives. Attendees can try out activities like kayaking, rock climbing, and goat yoga, as well as enjoy live music and food from local food trucks. A sensory tent will also be available for those seeking a quieter space. In the lead-up to the festival, a Virtual BioBlitz will be held to engage the community in cataloging the local flora and fauna.

  • The Earth Day Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM.
  • A Virtual BioBlitz will be held in the weeks leading up to the festival.

The players

City of Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events Department

The organizer of the annual Earth Day Festival, which is presented by the city's Parks, Recreation & Events Department.

Old Mill Park

The host site for Fredericksburg's Earth Day Festival, located at 2201 Caroline St.

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What’s next

Information about the Virtual BioBlitz, festival stage schedule, shuttle route, and parking map is available on the event website, earthdayfred.com.

The takeaway

Fredericksburg's annual Earth Day Festival at Old Mill Park provides a fun and educational opportunity for the community to come together and learn about environmental conservation. The wide range of vendors, activities, and programming demonstrates the city's commitment to sustainability and engaging residents on these important issues.